A scratched door, bumper scuff or key mark? Mechanics assesses the damage and quotes the suitable polishing, touch-up or paint repair. Indicative Dubai budgets start at AED 105 for small-area polishing. Panel repainting has a planning budget of AED 420–945 per panel. Send photos to discuss the work your car needs.
Depth, area and the finish matter more than the length of the mark alone. These indicative Dubai market budgets help you plan. They are not a fixed Mechanics tariff. The price for your vehicle is confirmed after inspection.
| Work | Indicative budget including 5% VAT | Scope and limits |
|---|---|---|
| Small-area scratch polishing | From AED 105 per small area | For light marks within sound gloss clear coat that can be safely polished. This starting budget excludes touch-up paint, SMART paint repair, full-car polishing and panel repainting. |
| Touch-up or local SMART paint repair | Quote for the affected area | For suitable chips or deeper localized marks. The quote specifies preparation, paint application and any blending. A small touch-up may remain visible close up and is priced separately from polishing. |
| Bumper scuff repair and repaint | AED 370–840 per bumper | Routine preparation and refinishing of a scuffed bumper. Cracks, broken mounts, replacement parts or additional sensor work need a separate quote. |
| Single-panel repaint | AED 420–945 per panel | Routine preparation, paint materials and labour for one panel. Dent work, corrosion treatment, additional blending and specialist finishes can increase the total. |
| Dent plus scratch, multiple panels or specialist finish | Quote after assessment | The quote identifies panel reshaping, paint scope, finish requirements and any related work rather than charging each as an unexplained extra. |
The figures allow for routine work and 5% VAT. Confirm the affected area, preparation, paint or polishing, labour and any trim removal in your written quote. A small touch-up is not the same finish or scope as repainting a complete door.
Metallic, pearl or matte paint, previous repairs, dents, corrosion and marks across several panels can require more work. Agree any adjacent-panel blending, film or coating replacement and collection or delivery charge before proceeding.
Share the model, year and two clear photos. We can discuss the options before arranging the inspection.
The right choice depends on what is damaged and the appearance you expect. A lower-cost improvement can be useful, provided its limits are clear before you approve it.
A white-looking line can be surface transfer, damaged clear coat or deeper paint loss. A photograph or a fingernail test alone does not establish a safe repair. The assessment considers the cleaned surface, missing colour, exposed primer or material, and any previous refinishing.
The paint code is a starting point. Age, previous work and metallic or pearl effects can change the visible match. Ask how the proposed shade and blend area will be checked against the existing panels. Do not accept an automatic promise that every small touch-up will be invisible.
Tell us about matte or satin paint, a wrap, paint protection film or ceramic coating. Ordinary gloss polishing can alter a matte finish. A mark in film may need a film assessment rather than work on the paint underneath. Reapplying protection after painting is separate work unless included.
Send the paint code if you have it, and mention any earlier repair. The model badge alone does not identify the finish or its condition. For an Audi, see our Audi scratch repair information before sharing the paint and panel details.
Paintless dent removal can be considered for suitable dents while keeping intact paint. It reshapes the panel rather than removing a scratch. Access, panel condition and the dent shape affect whether it is appropriate.
Missing paint needs its own repair even if the dent can be reshaped. Where the impact has moved panel gaps, damaged fixings or affected more than the visible surface, our body shop can assess the wider repair. A cosmetic scratch quote should not conceal those additional needs.
A painted plastic bumper does not rust like exposed steel. Check for cracks, loose mounts and displaced trim as well as the scuff. Sensor areas and any required removal or refitting must follow the vehicle's repair instructions. We quote the paint and related work separately where needed.
The quote should explain what will be repaired and the finish you can expect. The preparation and paint system determine the timing, rather than a promise that every scratch is a same-day job.
Send daylight photos and the vehicle details, then arrange the initial inspection. The team checks whether polishing is suitable, where paint is missing and whether a dent or earlier repair changes the job.
Review the panel count, repair method, preparation, colour work, any blending and VAT. Confirm extra charges, warranty terms and collection timing. An enquiry starts the discussion and does not confirm an appointment.
The chosen work may involve surface correction or preparation, masking, primer, paint and clear coat as appropriate. Drying and curing follow the selected paint system. Further damage can change the agreed scope.
Look over the repaired area, colour transition and gloss with the team. Confirm refitted trim where relevant, collect the invoice and keep the care instructions for the new finish.
For straightforward single-panel painting, roughly one to two workshop days is a planning guide. More preparation, specialist finishes, curing or multiple panels can take longer. Mechanics confirms availability and collection timing for your car.
Follow the instructions for the products used on your car. Ask when washing, polishing, waxing, ceramic coating or film fitting can resume. A universal waiting period is not appropriate for every paint system.
Remove loose dirt with suitable washing rather than dry rubbing. Avoid experimenting with harsh abrasives or household cleaners on a fresh repair. If the finish changes or paint starts lifting, contact the workshop with photos and the invoice.
A small touch-up can improve appearance without producing the same close-up result as a larger repaint. Ask what residual marks may remain and which surfaces will be worked on. Exposed steel or visible corrosion needs attention, while an ordinary surface scuff does not mean the car has structural damage.
For home care and small cosmetic marks, keep our scratch removal tips and DIY guide as your reading reference. Have deep paint loss or an uncertain finish assessed before attempting sanding or polishing.
Start with one close-up and one wider daylight photo showing the panel. Include the make, model, year and whether the paint is gloss, matte or covered with film. You do not need to decide the repair method before contacting us.
The initial inspection is free. Mechanics offers car pickup in Dubai. Confirm access, availability and any collection or return charge when enquiring. Call ahead for opening hours and an agreed arrival time.
Check the written warranty applying to the quoted paint or labour, including its duration and exclusions. If the damage is part of an insurance claim, ask your insurer what report and approval are required before repairs. Coverage is a policy decision rather than a guaranteed workshop offer.
These illustrative examples include 5% VAT. They are planning examples, not completed customer jobs or fixed offers. Inspection confirms whether the method suits the paint.
Example total: AED 105. Local polishing of a small suitable clear-coat mark. Paint application and full-panel correction are excluded.
Example total: AED 630. Routine preparation and bumper repainting. Cracks, broken mounts, replacement parts and sensor work are additional.
Example total: AED 735. Routine preparation and repainting of one panel. Dent removal, corrosion repairs and blending into adjacent panels are excluded.
Answers about the finish, repair choices and what to confirm before booking.
Sometimes. A light mark within a sound gloss clear coat may respond to polishing. Missing colour, exposed primer or bare material needs a different repair. Inspection establishes whether safe correction is possible and what improvement to expect.
Photos help us identify the affected panels and give initial price guidance. Send a close-up and a wider view in daylight, plus the model and year. The final scope needs the paint condition, depth and any dent checked on the car.
A touch-up can cover a small chip or narrow scratch, but may remain visible at close range. Repainting involves a larger prepared area and can give a more even finish. Agree the expected appearance and blend area before choosing the work.
Local surface correction can be a short workshop visit when suitable. For straightforward panel painting, allow roughly one to two workshop days as a planning guide. Preparation, paint system, curing, extra panels and availability can extend this. Mechanics confirms collection timing after assessment.
No. Paintless dent removal reshapes a suitable dent while preserving intact paint. It does not replace missing paint. A dent with a scratch may need separate dent and paint work, which should be identified in the quote.
Do not treat these surfaces as ordinary gloss paint. Polishing can change a matte finish, while film and wraps need their own assessment and care instructions. Tell us what is fitted before any treatment is selected.
It depends on the cause of damage, the policy, excess and claim requirements. Check the required report and insurer authorisation before repairs. Mechanics can discuss the repair scope, but an enquiry is not confirmation that the insurer will pay.
Ask for the written terms applicable to the quoted work before approving it. Check which preparation, paint or labour is covered, the period and exclusions such as new impacts or unrelated paint deterioration. This page does not promise a blanket warranty period.